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Involuntary Manslaughter Trial

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legalcrime1 year ago

"Oxford Shooter's Father's Counselor Meeting Remarks Before School Shooting"

On the third day of James Crumbley's involuntary manslaughter trial, Oxford High School counselor Shawn Hopkins testified about a meeting he had with the shooter and his parents on the day of the shooting. Hopkins revealed that James Crumbley, the shooter's father, was present at the meeting and encouraged his son to talk to his counselor and use his journal, despite knowing about the violent content in the journal. The parents declined to take the shooter home for mental health help, and the shooter later carried out the shooting at the school. James Crumbley faces four counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the four students murdered, while his son has been sentenced to life in prison without parole.

crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Father's Counselor Meeting with Michigan School Shooter Before Attack"

A counselor testified that the parents of the Michigan school shooter declined to take their son home despite being presented with his violent drawing and disturbing messages, leaving with a list of mental health providers instead. The counselor expressed hope that they would take action to help their son, but the parents did not take immediate steps. The trial also revealed missed opportunities to prevent the shooting, including the failure to open the shooter's backpack where the gun was concealed. The parents are facing involuntary manslaughter charges for failing to secure the gun at home and ignoring signs of their son's mental distress.

crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Oxford High School Shooter's Father Faces New Accusations and Testimonies in Trial"

Prosecutors in the involuntary manslaughter trial of James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, are emphasizing his failure to stop at home on the day of the 2021 shooting despite driving past it multiple times and being aware of concerning information. They argue that he missed opportunities to prevent the massacre, including not checking on the family’s firearms after a meeting where his son's violent worksheet drawings were discussed. Prosecutors allege that Crumbley was aware of his son's deteriorating mental health and had purchased a handgun for him, making the shooting preventable and foreseeable.

crime1 year ago

"Officials: James Crumbley's Threats from Jail During Manslaughter Trial"

James Crumbley, facing involuntary manslaughter charges for his son's mass shooting at Oxford High School, had his communication privileges revoked at the Oakland County Jail due to threatening statements made on the phone and in electronic messages. The Sheriff's Office did not disclose whom he threatened, and prosecutors alluded vaguely to the issue in court. Crumbley's access to phone and electronic messaging is now limited to communication with his lawyer, as his jury trial continues.

legalcourt-proceedings1 year ago

"Emotional start to James Crumbley trial as jury selection concludes without seating"

James Crumbley's defense attorney irked the prosecutor during jury selection for his involuntary manslaughter trial by asking prospective jurors questions related to key issues in the case, including parental responsibility, mental illness, and gun access. The prosecutor objected to the defense's line of questioning, leading to a dispute. Of the 15 prospective jurors questioned, six had guns in their homes, and one was excused by the prosecution. James Crumbley is the third family member to face judgment over the 2021 school shooting, with his son already sentenced to life in prison and his wife convicted of involuntary manslaughter.

entertainment1 year ago

"Emotional Testimony and FBI Analysis: Updates on Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Trial"

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust" in October 2021 has been scheduled for July, with jury selection set to begin on July 9. Baldwin, who pleaded not guilty, faces the charge after accidentally shooting Hutchins while practicing a cross-draw. Two others involved in the shooting, armorer Hannah Gutierrez and first assistant director David Halls, have also faced charges. Gutierrez's trial began last week, with prosecutors alleging she tampered with evidence by handing off a small bag of cocaine after the shooting. Defense attorney Jason Bowles claimed the production created a chaotic scene, taking away from Gutierrez's job as lead armorer and not providing sufficient training for the crew on firearms.

crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Jennifer Crumbley Testifies in Involuntary Manslaughter Trial for Michigan School Shooter's Mother"

Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the teenage school shooter Ethan Crumbley, testified at her involuntary manslaughter trial, claiming her husband was responsible for storing the gun and that she hid the bullets after taking him to a gun range. She stated that the school failed to inform her about her son's difficulties, and her defense emphasized her close relationship with her son. Prosecutors argued that she knew of her son's deteriorating mental health and social isolation but cared more about her horses. If found guilty, she and her husband each face up to 15 years in prison and a $7,500 fine per charge.